September 30, 2025
Global mobility
Central Provident Fund (CPF) implications for local hires
Hiring talent locally is a crucial strategy for global businesses. But when you hire employees in Singapore, one acronym stands above the rest: CPF, or Central Provident Fund. If your company is eyeing Singapore for expansion or hires, grasping CPF implications isn’t just a compliance checkbox—it’s strategic. Why? Because CPF influences your payroll, benefits packages, […]
September 28, 2025
Global mobility
Taxation of global income and exit tax requirements
Ever felt overwhelmed by the maze of tax rules when moving employees across borders? You’re not alone. As businesses stretch beyond their home turf, the web of global tax regulations grows more complex—and managing them poorly can mean costly surprises. Understanding the taxation of global income and exit tax requirements isn’t just about ticking some […]
September 27, 2025
Global mobility
High payroll costs and complex employment rules
Introduction: The Rising Tide of Payroll Costs and Complex Employment RulesAsk any HR leader about the headaches they’re facing right now, and you’re likely to hear frustration about payroll costs and the tangled web of employment rules—especially as companies expand across borders. In today’s hyperconnected world, the quest for top talent doesn’t stop at national […]
September 21, 2025
Global mobility
Withholding tax and PE risk for foreign employers
As more businesses expand across borders and embrace remote work, a growing number of leaders are stumbling upon a tricky minefield: withholding tax obligations and the dreaded “Permanent Establishment” (PE) risk. These aren’t just dry, technical terms buried in the legalese—falling foul of them can lead to fines, double taxation, or even legal trouble. For […]
September 19, 2025
Global mobility
Handling Emiratisation quotas and local sponsorship rules
Handling Emiratisation Quotas and Local Sponsorship Rules: A Modern Guide for Global Mobility Teams Emiratisation isn’t just an HR buzzword—it’s a mandate that’s reshaping the way global businesses operate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). If your company is planning to grow in the UAE or already operates there, you’re likely facing the dual challenge […]
September 18, 2025
Global mobility
No income tax but complex labor law compliance
Navigating the world of global employee relocation is anything but a walk in the park, especially when you’re expanding into a country that boasts no income tax but throws a curveball with labyrinthine labor laws. Companies often see “no income tax” as a green light for cost savings and employee attraction. But just beneath the […]
September 17, 2025
Global mobility
Australia: Draft Core Skills Occupation List for Proposed Skills in Demand Visa Released
On September 16, 2025, Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) published the draft Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) targeted for consultation, part of the rollout of Australia’s upcoming Skills in Demand visa reform. The CSOL will be a key component of the new visa framework, particularly for the Core Skills Stream, and is intended to better […]
